ADC
Coverage of ADC in the Nexus archive.
- Amaechi withdraws suit challenging Atiku’s emergence as ADC presidential candidate
Amaechi withdrew his lawsuit challenging Atiku's emergence as ADC's presidential candidate after the parties settled their differences in the primary election dispute.
- Appeal Court reserves judgement in ADC, Accord, other parties’ case against deregistration order
An Appeal Court has reserved judgment in a case involving ADC, Accord, and other political parties challenging a deregistration order. INEC and the parties are seeking to overturn the Federal High Court's deregistration decision.
- Court of Appeal judgement does not affect our primaries – ADC
The ADC political party stated that a Court of Appeal judgment does not impact their direct primaries. The party assured members and the public that the judgment has no effect on candidate selection processes at all levels.
- Appeal Court upholds judgment barring INEC from recognising ADC congresses organised by Mark-led executives
The Court of Appeal upheld a restraining order preventing INEC from recognizing congresses organized by the Mark-led ADC, maintaining a 2-1 verdict. The order was initially issued by the Federal High Court in Abuja on 29 April.
- INEC, ADC speak on Nafiu Bala’s claimed upload of the party’s candidates
Nafiu Bala posted a document on INEC letterhead with the INEC logo and screenshots allegedly from the INEC portal. INEC and ADC have addressed the claim of uploading the party’s candidates.
- Why we won’t challenge Ekiti governorship election result at tribunal – ADC
ADC announced it will not challenge the Ekiti governorship election result at the tribunal despite having reservations about some aspects of the election. The party stated that challenging the outcome would not serve the greater interest of its members, supporters, and the people of Ekiti State.
- Kaduna 2027: The ADC’s defining test, By Jacob Ibrahim Ochocho
The article discusses the All Progressives Congress (ADC) party's challenge in Kaduna for the 2027 governorship election, emphasizing the need for the National Working Committee to respect the party's internal appeal mechanism findings to maximize chances of success.
- ‘Why ADC, Kano, is denying governorship ticket to primary winner’
The Kano State ADC leadership, led by Musa Ungogo, declared Mr. Khalil the winner of the governorship primary after defeating Ibrahim Ali-Amin. However, the party is denying him the governorship ticket despite the primary victory.
- Atiku appoints Kenneth Okonkwo as spokesperson amid legal battle with Peter Obi
Atiku appointed Kenneth Okonkwo as spokesperson amid a legal battle with Peter Obi. Okonkwo's appointment followed his criticism of Atiku and the ADC for selecting Rotimi Amaechi as the party's vice-presidential candidate.
- Court of Appeal postpones hearing in ADC, other parties’ deregistration appeal
The Court of Appeal postponed a hearing on the appeal against the deregistration of ADC and other political parties. The appeal challenges a Federal High Court order directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister five parties.
- Senator disqualified from APC screening defects to ADC
A senator was disqualified from the APC primary screening process and has defected to the ADC. The disqualification occurred during the May primary election, preventing the senator from seeking re-election for the APC's senatorial ticket.
- Judges sued by ADC official for alleged bias seeks suit dismissal
An ADC official has sued judges over alleged bias, prompting the judges to seek dismissal of the lawsuit. The judges' lawyer filed a joint preliminary objection and a joint statement of defense in response.
- Kano ADC crisis deepens as two governorship aspirants fight over ticket
Two governorship aspirants, Ibrahim Khalil and Ibrahim Ali-Amin, are disputing the Kano ADC party ticket as the national leadership hasn't announced a flagbearer, leading to conflict among local stakeholders.
- #EkitiDecides2026: ADC candidate, Dare Bejide, rejects result, says poll not credible
ADC candidate Dare Bejide rejected the #EkitiDecides2026 election result, claiming the poll was not credible. He cited a 'war zone' atmosphere in some polling units, including his own.
- ‘People are losing hope in ADC’ — Inuwa warns as Katsina governorship dispute festers
Mustapha Inuwa warns that supporters are losing confidence in the ADC due to an unresolved dispute over the governorship candidate selection process in Katsina. The dispute has led to growing concerns about the party's future.
- #EkitiDecides2026: ADC candidate raises concerns about vote-buying
An ADC candidate in the 2026 Ekiti election, Mr. Bejide, accused an unidentified woman of buying votes near his polling unit in Ilawe-Ekiti. The report was first published on Premium Times Nigeria.
- #EkitiDecides2026: Aregbesola optimistic of ADC’s victory, dismisses Tinubu’s support song as “obsolete”
Aregbesola expressed optimism that the All Progressives Congress (ADC) will win the 2026 Ekiti governorship election if it is free and fair. He dismissed support from Tinubu as 'obsolete'.
- #EkitiDecides2026: Ekiti residents task ADC governorship candidate on their expectations
Dare Bejide of the ADC is among 14 candidates competing in the Ekiti gubernatorial election scheduled for 20 June. The article highlights residents addressing their expectations to the ADC governorship candidate.
- #EkitiDecides2026: ADC, Ekiti govt bicker over access to state-owned property
ADC and the Ekiti state government are disputing access to a state-owned property, with the opposition party claiming the denial disrupted their plans for a pre-governorship election rally.
- #EkitiDecides: David Mark presents ADC flag to Bejide, rallies supporters ahead of election
David Mark presented the ADC flag to Bejide and urged supporters to vote for the ADC in the upcoming election. He expressed confidence in a victory celebration after the election day.
- #EkitiDecides2026: Oyebanji, 13 challengers in race for Ekiti Government House
The 2026 Ekiti State gubernatorial race includes Oyebanji and 13 challengers. Only the PDP and ADC parties are noted as having the capacity to contest the election effectively.
- Nigeria: Updated - Appeal Court Stays Judgement Deregistering ADC, Accord, Three Other Opposition Parties
The Nigerian Court of Appeal has stayed the deregistration of ADC, Accord, and three other opposition parties. The court criticized the Federal High Court judge who issued the initial deregistration order.
- Appeal court halts enforcement of judgement deregistering ADC, Accord, three other opposition parties
The Court of Appeal halted enforcement of a judgment that deregistered ADC, Accord, and three other opposition parties. The court also criticized the Federal High Court judge who issued the deregistration order.
- Group petitions NJC, CJN over ADC deregistration judgement, seeks sanction against judge
A group petitions the NJC and CJN regarding a deregistration judgment, seeking sanctions against a judge for possible judicial misconduct. The petitioner urges investigation into Mr. Lifu over alleged unethical actions.
- ADC: Okonkwo kicks against Amaechi’s choice as Atiku’s running mate
Kenneth Okonkwo opposes the selection of Amaechi as Atiku’s running mate, arguing that choosing a vice-presidential candidate from the South-south may deepen marginalization in the South-east and weaken support for the ADC ticket in the region.
- Nigeria: 2027 - Atiku Picks Amaechi As Running Mate
Atiku has selected Amaechi as his running mate for the 2027 election. The ADC announced the choice followed by consultations with party leaders, coalition partners, youth and women stakeholders, and representatives from all geopolitical zones.
- Nigeria’s major opposition parties are in crisis. Can they mount formidable challenge
Nigeria's major opposition parties face crises due to their inability to conduct credible primaries in many states and ongoing court disputes, particularly for the ADC. The article questions whether these parties can mount a formidable challenge.
- Court-ordered deregistration of ADC threatens Atiku’s 2027 presidential bid
The ADC has rejected a court-ordered deregistration that also affects four other opposition political parties, just months before the 2027 general elections. This decision threatens Atiku’s potential 2027 presidential bid.
- Deregistration of ADC, others draws backlash as opposition vows legal fight
Opposition politicians, party leaders, and activists have criticized a Federal High Court ruling to deregister five political parties, including ADC. The decision has drawn backlash, with opposition groups vowing to pursue legal action against the deregistration.
- 2027: ADC names Amaechi as Atiku’s running mate
ADC has named Amaechi as Atiku's running mate for the 2027 election, following media reports of the selection.
- BREAKING: Court orders deregistration of ADC, Accord, three other parties
A court has ordered the deregistration of ADC, Accord, and three other political parties for breaching Section 225 of the Nigerian Constitution. The affected parties are no longer recognized as registered entities.
- ADC declines to confirm reports of Atiku running mate pick
ADC's National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, declined to confirm reports about Atiku's running mate selection when contacted by PREMIUM TIMES. The article states that ADC has not officially verified the claims.
- 34 ADC assembly aspirants defect to PDP as APC courts Inuwa
34 ADC assembly aspirants have defected to the PDP, while the APC is seeking support from Inuwa. This follows disputed primaries that caused a split within the ADC, creating rival factions.
- ADC Leadership Crisis: ADC, Aregbesola ask judge to withdraw from suit, Nafiu-Bala Gombe opposes call
ADC is experiencing a leadership crisis as Aregbesola and the party request the judge to withdraw from a lawsuit filed by Nafiu-Bala Gombe, who claims to be the authentic chair. Gombe opposes the call for the judge's withdrawal.
- ANALYSIS: ADC primaries expose fault lines in major opposition party
ADC primaries in Nigeria's major opposition party have been marred by parallel primaries, rigging allegations, and factional disputes across several states, raising concerns about the party's preparedness for the 2027 elections.
- Governorship aspirant rejects Katsina ADC candidates, says no primaries held
A governorship aspirant in Katsina State rejected the ADC candidates, claiming no valid primary election was conducted and demanding fresh primaries for all elective positions.